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1. Owner s Manual N SUNRISE MEDICAL QUICKIE issue 6 How to use this manual We at Sunrise Medical want you to get the best out of your Quickie F40 powerchair This Owner s Manual will familiarise you with the chair and its features It contains hints on everyday usage and general care in addition to information on the high quality standards which we adhere to and details about the guarantee There are a wide range of accessories and adjustments available on the Quickie F40 For further information about these you should contact your wheelchair perscriber supplier Your wheelchair will reach you in excellent condition having been personally inspected before leaving our factory By following the guidelines for maintenance and cleaning your wheelchair will maintain its first class condition and give you complete satisfaction QUICKIE issue 6 Preparing your wheelchair for page 20 21 QUICKIE issue 6 Introduction The Quickie F40 has been designed for use by an individual on a daily basis It is suitable for both indoor and outdoor use It is only intended for use as a pavement vehicle but may also be used when crossing between pavements This vehicle has been designed for a single occupant of limited mobility up to the weight of 118Kg who has the cognitive physical and visual ability to control the vehicle safely If you are in any doubt as to the suitability of the powerchair contact your local S2. moving the footplate forwards and aligning the two rear holes in the footplate 2 with the holes in the receiver 3 Replace the screws and tighten as above 9 QUICKIE issue 6 Preparing your wheelchair for use Detachable backrest Backrest To remove backrest release r post both pins one each side they 5 Y must be withdrawn from the side b frames Depressing the retaining button situated in the end of the pins releases the spring loaded pegs allowing the withdrawal of Sideframe the release pins Fig 7 Pull the Spring backrest posts up and out of the ied seat frame To re fit reverse the Release pin above procedure ensuring that the backrest post holes align with the hole in the seat frame Re insert pin from the outside of frame inwards and ensure that the spring loaded pegs lock out on clearing the upright post f your powerchair has been fitted with the optional adjustable angle backrest Fig 8 it can be folded down Remove the release pins from both sides and fold the backrest down onto the seat To adjust the angle replace the pins and slacken angle locking screws on both sides of the wheelchair Now select the position or angle you require ensure that serrations are effectively seated in their position and tighten all screws securely Test backrest to confirm rigidity Release Adjustment bracket QUICKIE issue 6 10 Seat sling tension adjustment Loosen all
3. This allows the system to self check and for the battery level indicator to display the charge state of the battery If you move the joystick too soon the battery level indicator will scroll disabling drive to your wheelchair Whilst this is not harmful to your wheelchair you will need to switch off and then back on to clear the system Fig 14 If this is your first encounter in driving a power chair then select the lowest speed setting Move the joystick gradually in the direction you wish to go Proceed slowly until you become of aware of the small movements required of the joystick Do not push the joystick too quickly forward Anticipation of the direction of travel is soon acquired and correction is then made instinctively in the same way that a car driver always turns the steering wheel in the direction he wants to go even though the car and wheel may want to go another way Look ahead when you are driving and not at the control pod but do remember that only practice will enable you to become proficient Brakes will operate as soon as the joystick is released and allowed to return to its centre position On level ground this should bring you to a halt within one chair s length QUICKIE Fig 14 On a steep hill it may travel slightly further and you will notice the brakes being automatically applied when the chair is nearly stationary Once the brakes have been applied switching off will make no differen
4. earthed and this will be clearly stated on the label The 3 pin UK mains input plug contains a replaceable fuse The rating of this fuse is shown on the charger label Always replace with the same type and size of fuse as specified Fitting of different fuses can result in damage to the charger or failure of the charger to operate properly If your charger has been specified for use in Continental Europe it will contain a European two pin plug which does not have a fuse In this case the fuse is located in the fascia panel of the charger QUICKIE Batteries and charging The charger has 3 light indicators each clearly marked on the label to show their function Fig 42 This will illuminate a few seconds after connection indicating that charging of the batteries is taking place This will illuminate when the battery is fully charged This can be anywhere from 8 5 hours to 14 5 hours after commencement of charging depending on how discharged the batteries were The mains light will remain on Please note that after the charge complete light has illuminated the charger will continue to charge the batteries However the charging and bulk charge complete light will not be illuminated at this point Following a further period of time the charger will switch to a float voltage setting It can therefore be left on indefinitely Battery voltage too low try again after 30 mins Check that
5. that the last thing a car or lorry driver expects to see is a wheelchair backing off the kerb into the road If in any doubt do not risk crossing the road until you are certain that it is safe 2 Always cross the road as quickly as possible 3 Do not attempt to go up or down more than a 4 10 cm high kerb 4 Do not attempt to use the kerb climber on a series of steps 5 Do not attempt high kerbs if on steep slopes or cambers 6 V Do not attempt any kerbs in the vicinity of drain covers uneven or gritty road surfaces Do not attempt to dismount a kerb any higher than 2 5 cm in the forwards direction Do not mount or dismount kerbs at an angle other than straight on 90 to the edge of the kerb Fig 20 Prior to climbing ensure your legrests will clear the kerb Fig 21 QUICKIE The Penny and Giles Pilot control pod Ensure the power lead is connected correctly into its socket on the rear of the control pod Fig 22 When this is activated the chair will not function other than the hazard warning light system This may be useful if you wish to leave your wheelchair unattended Fig 22 Immobiliser Charger plug programmer socket pe Switch the chair on via the On Off button Fig 23 nsert the immobiliser plug into the charger programmer socket located on the front of the control pod Remove the plug after 1 2 seconds Your chair should now be immobilise
6. the screws The seat upholstery may be re tensioned To do this loosen all the screws as shown in Fig 9 and detach the Velcro Re tension the seat sling by pulling down on the detatched Velcro against the clamping bar Re secure the clamping screws and re seal Velcro Check sling for tension a Detach the Velcro Fig 9 Seat cushions Seat cushions supplied by Sunrise Medical will have Velcro strips that correspond to patches on the seat sling Fig 10 You must ensure these are aligned prior to using the wheelchair Other cushions used should also have Velcro strips in a similar position to ensure the cushion does not slip off the seat The seat cushions supplied by Sunrise Medical all have removable covers Fig 10 QUICKIE Adjustment of optima backrest where fitted To change the shape and or ge ak the straps to suit the tension of the Optima backrest remove the padded cover from the rear of the backrest and expose the tension straps Fig 11 Loosen or tighten the straps to suit The most comfortable and supportive position is achieved with the wheelchair user seated in the chair Ensure the straps are securely fastened and replace the padded cover prior to use Safety cut outs To safeguard the electrical systems there are safety cutouts built into your wheelchair The control battery i box Fig 12 cutouts are located to the rear of the battery box along s
7. the speed control Fig 47 QUICKIE issue 6 36 ransportation The F40 has been crash tested to Users should not sit in the BS 7176 Part 19 However we do wheelchair while riding in any not recommend that you transport and all means of transportation the F40 in a vehicle Only permanently installed car seats and seat belts will offer sufficient protection in hazardous situations When vehicles are in motion unoccupied wheelchairs should be secured using appropriate means Should you still choose to transport the F40 please clamp the product using a 4 Point Webbing Restraint as per the diagram shown Fig 48 37 QUICKIE Issue 6 Cleaning The wheelchair should be wiped over once per week with a slightly damp not wet cloth and any fluff or dust that has accumulated around the motors should be blown or dusted away Tyre pressures If pneumatic tyres are fitted to your wheelchair it is important to regularly check the air pressure and for signs of wear The correct pressures are between the minimum of 137 kiloPascals 20 psi 1 3 bar and the maximum 241 kiloPascals 35 psi 2 41bar for rear wheels and 102 kiloPascals 15psi 1 02 bar The pressure will need to vary depending on the weight of the user IT IS IMPORTANT that front wheels are inflated to the same pressure as a pair and likewise the rear The inflator pump provides the safest method of inflating your wheelchair tyres and the pressu
8. will be repaired or replaced completely free of charge if returned to the authorised service agent Note This guarantee is not transferable gt Any repaired or replaced part will benefit from these arrangements for the balance of the warranty period applicable to the Wheelchair Gi Parts replaced after the original warranty has expired are covered for a further twelve months O Items of a consumable nature will not generally be covered during the normal warranty period unless such items have clearly suffered undue wear as a direct result of an original manufacturing defect These items include amongst others upholstery tyres inner tubes and similar parts SUNRISE Sunrise Medical Limited High Street Wollaston West Midlands DY8 4PS England Tel 01384 4466 88 Fax 01384 44 66 99 www sunrisemedical co uk MEDICAL by neglect accident or improper use c The Wheelchair or part having been altered from the manufacturer s specifications or repairs having been attempted prior to the service agent being notified Please keep a note of your local service agent s address and telephone number in the space below In the event of a breakdown contact them and try to give all relevant details so they can help you quickly The Wheelchairs shown and described in this manual may not be exactly the same in every detail as your own model However all instructions are still entirely relevant irrespective of detail
9. aining bars and allow the basket side channels to clear the end of the support rails Lift and withdraw basket Return the battery boxes to the basket ensuring that the control battery box panel faces backward connect the power plug and tandem connectors to ready your chair for use Power Retaining plug hooks Tandem connectors Rear facing handle Fig 38 Support Retaining Basket rails bar a N 3 N pe ke ZN Dr 7S5amp ROME cutout 2 15amp Power Charging cutout socket socket Fig 39 QUICKIE General information Batteries are the power source for almost all of the modern mobility products available today The design of batteries used in mobility products is significantly different to the batteries used to start a car for example Car batteries are designed to release a large amount of power over a short period of time whilst mobility batteries commonly called deep cycle batteries release their power evenly over a long period of time Therefore due to the lower production volumes and increased technological requirements mobility batteries are typically more expensive Commonly two 12 volt batteries are used together in a mobility product giving a total voltage of 24 volts The size of the battery e g its available power is expressed in amps per hour e g 30amp hr The higher the number the bigger the battery size weight and potentially the greater the distance you can travel Sunr
10. andard 7176 Part 4 Wheelchair Energy Consumption Theoretical Range This test is carried out in controlled conditions with new fully charged batteries on a level test surface and a user weight of 5kg The range figures stated should be seen as a theoretical maximum and could be reduced if any single or combination of the following circumstances occur 1 User weight heavier than 5kg 2 Batteries whose age and condition are less than perfect 3 The terrain is difficult e g very hilly sloping muddy ground gravel grass snow and ice 4 The vehicle climbs kerbs regularly 5 The ambient temperature is very hot or very cold 6 Incorrect tyre pressures in one or more tyres Lots of start stop driving 8 Also thick pile carpets within the home can affect range All this technical information may seem complicated and a little daunting but please remember that the battery sizes available on each Sunrise Medical product should give sufficient range to cope with the majority of customer s lifestyles Myths and legends Over the years battery technology has moved forward but unfortunately some of the advice given on battery care has not This has resulted in a number of confused and at times contradictory instructions on the best way to care for your batteries This section will help to dispel some of these myths and legends 1 Batteries can be charged immediately after use You do not need t
11. blished mobility equipment manufacturers in the UK All our Scootas Wheelchairs Powerchairs and Stairlifts undergo rigorous tests to ensure that they meet our requirements of comfort safety and durability Our success is based on the strong traditions of quality value for money and genuinely caring for our customers We pride ourselves not only on designing and building the most innovative products but also on our commitment to offer an excellent standard of customer service both during and after sale In addition to your new Wheelchair cowie also manufacture T concentrators nebulizers and hoists We have a vast range of aids to daily living which include the Merlin Bathing Range bed accessories and walking sticks Should you require any information on our full range of products please call us on 01384 44 66 88 or write to us at Sunrise Medical Limited High Street Wollaston West Midlands DY8 4PS www sunrisemedical com J j Inma l C KI E issue 6 Me A l v b QUICKIE issue 6 42 43 QUICKIE issue 6 SUNRISE I MEDICAL Sunrise Medical Limited High Street Wollaston West Midlands DY84PS England Tel 01 384 44 66 88 Fax 01384 44 66 99 www sunrisemedical co uk
12. ce to the brakes although it is always safer when remaining Stationary for a period of time to switch off If you need to do an emergency stop then switch off the on off switch This will immediately apply full braking and bring the chair to a rapid halt This should only be done when travelling in the forward direction and never when travelling in reverse as the severe braking effect could be hazardous Using your wheelchair Your wheelchair is normally capable of climbing small steps and kerbs With the Kerb Climbing service you will be able to climb any kerb up to 4 10cms high Please follow the safety instructions carefully Cut out Location Locate the kerb climber bar into pip the left hand location bracket and push the bar against the spring Fig 17 Hold the kerb climber with your right hand over the locking lever and release the locking pin Align the two pips on the right hand side of the bar with the cut Fig 17 outs on the right hand location bracket Allow the tension in the spring to locate the kerb climber into the right hand location bracket Release the locking lever and ensure the locking pin is correctly positioned in the locating hole Fig 18 6 Reverse the procedure to remove the kerb climber NO Locking pin Locating hole Q3 gt Ol Locking lever in normal operating position Fig 18 15 QUICKIE issue 6 sing your wheelchair Fron
13. cting the charger Make sure the cord is located so that it will not be stepped on tripped over or otherwise subjected to damage or stress An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary Use of an improper extension cord could result in a risk of fire and electric shock f any extension cord must be used make sure the pins on the plug of the extension cord are the same number size and shape as those of the plug on the charger and that the extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition QUICKIE Important Do not rest a battery on top of the charger Do not stand the charger ona carpet or other soft surface Always place it on a hard surface Do not operate the charger if it has received a sharp blow been dropped or otherwise damaged in any way take it to a qualified technician Do not disassemble charger only have it repaired by the manufacturers Incorrect re assembly may result in a risk of electric shock or fire To reduce the risk of an electric shock unplug the charger from the outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning Turning off the controls will not reduce the risk Never place the charger directly above the battery being charged gases from the battery will corrode and damage the charger Never Smoke or allow a spark or flame in the vicinity of battery or charger Be extra cautious to reduce the risk of dropping a metal tool on to the batter
14. d NO On Off button OO nn Switch the chair on via the On Off button nsert the immobiliser plug into the charger programmer socket located on the front of the control pod 3 Remove the plug after 1 2 seconds 4 Your chair should now be ready to use NO QUICKIE issue 6 18 VR2 On off button This connects or disconnects the entire electronic system which supplies energy to the motors Do not use this button to stop the chair except in case of emergency doing so may damage the wheelchair Battery Gauge This indicates that the wheelchair La is under power It also indicates any fault there may be in functioning The number of lights flashing indicates the fault type See Battery Gauge in this manual Speed indicator This indicates the maximum speed set for the wheelchair There are five speeds predefined The first is the lowest the last is the highest Speed decrease button Decrease the maximum speed setting Speed increase button Increase the maximum speed setting Horn switch Battery Gauge If it remains lit this means that everything is OK It flashes to indicate any fault that may have arisen Slow Fig 33 and stable flashing means the batteries need charging If it flashes once every 2 5 seconds this means that the control system has deactivated particularly if the wheelchair has not been used for a certa
15. differences The manufacturer reserves the right to alter without notice any weights measurements or other technical data shown in this manual All figures measurements and capacities shown in this manual are approximate and do not constitute specifications Sunrise Medical authorised Service Agent Name Address Postcode Sunrise Medical authorised Service Agent Name Address Postcode Please remember to fill in and post the guarantee registration card enclosed with this manual Sunrise Medical Limited recommend that you do not undertake maintenance tasks other than those explained in this manual Your local approved Sunrise Medical service agent is fully trained by Sunrise Medical to carry out detailed maintenance as and when required Use only genuine Sunrise Medical replacement parts QUICKIE Issue 6 2 Features and options Backrest Speed and Directional oe o Control page 7 19 26 Armrest page 7 Seat Sling page 11 Hangers page 9 Wheels and Tyres page 41 Kerb Climber page 16 Programme Control page 15 17 TN y Wwe cd D Drive Motors Batteries and P N page 13 Charging page 27 36 Castors The Quickie F40 has been designed for use by an individual on a daily basis It is suitable for both indoor and outdoor use It is only intended for use as a pavement vehicle but may also be used when crossing between pavements This Quickie F40 has been designed for a single occupant of l
16. e normal manner QUICKIE issue 6 Ensure that you set the speed of the attendent control to aspeed that you can comfortably follow Ensure that you always have comfortable access to the controls whilst the chair is moving and make sure that the controller is fixed securely to the chair It is important that the joystick boot is replaced if it is torn orbrittle failing to do so could cause substance damage to the controller and unexpected movement of the chair Always turn off the power to the controller when leaving the user in the chair Do not replace the joystick knob with any unauthorised item It may cause hazardous operation and loss of control of the chair Ensure that you always have comfortable access to the controls whilst the chair is moving Make sure that the controller is fixed securely to the centre bar It is important that the joystick boot Is replaced if it is torn or brittle failing to do so could cause substance damage to the controller and unexpected movement of the chair Always turn off the power to the controller before moving the controller out of the way The maximum weight allowed for the tray is 2 5kg Do not to overload the tray this could cause the tray to break or could cause the chair to become unstable Ensure that you always have comfortable access to the controls whilst the chair is moving and make sure that there is nothing on the tray that could interfer
17. e with your control of the chair It is important that the joystick boot Is replaced if it is torn or brittle failing to do so could cause substance damage to the controller and unexpected movement of the chair Always turn off the power to the controller before moving the tray out of the way Do not leave lit cigarettes or other heat sources on the tray as this could cause the tray to deform and mark Ensure that all extremities and clothing swing away arm is out and you may not get between certain obstacles Do not hang any items on or over the parallel swing away remote assembly as this could damage the swing away mechanism When transferring to and from the wheelchair do not use the remote as a means of support Keep fingers clothing etc clear of the swing away mechanism at all times Ensure the power is switched off while adjusting the parallel swing away arm Only operate the wheelchair at low manoeuvring speed when the parallel swing away Is in use Fig 35 QUICKIE Batteries single box The single battery box is mounted below the wheelchair seat Fig 36 To remove the battery box disconnect the power plug from the control panel on the front of the box lid The lid contains the power socket a three pin charging socket and two cutout switches of 15 and 70 amp To remove the battery box push the basket forwards with the rear facing handle sufficiently to release the retaining hooks Lift t
18. en tracing any faults When the chair leaves the factory the parameters of the controller are set to default To programme the controller you need a special programming device Handheld or PC software which is available through your Sunrise Medical Dealer Note SUNRISE MEDICAL does not accept responsibility for damages which result from unexpected stopping of the wheelchair or inappropriate programming or unauthorised use of the wheelchair Note Programming the controller of the wheelchair is only allowed through authorised personnel trained by Sunrise Medical Incorrect controller settings could cause driving outside the safe limits and could result in damage or injury Fig 34 21 QUICKIE issue 6 Parallel Swing Away Gently apply pressure to the side of the controller nearest the user and as close as possible to the front of the controller The controller will move outward and then backward before reaching its fully back position f required your wheelchair can be operated with the swing away mechanism in its fully back position but only for slow manoeuvering such as positioning the wheelchair closer to table tops etc To revert to the normal driving position switch off the power and pull the arm outwards and then forwards before returning the arm to its home position Make sure the controller is fully engaged in its home position before switching on and operating the wheelchair in th
19. eption The recommended service interval is one year See service history on later page QUICKIE Emergency freewheel Please remember that you have no braking facility when the freewheel lever is moved from the normal drive position to the freewheel position The wheelchair must never be left with the lever in the freewheel position For a fuller description of this facility and its limitations to use please see later section Emergency braking The simplest and safest way to stop the wheelchair is to release the joystick control lever see Control pod section This will bring the chair to a halt in a controlled manner Switching the control system off whilst the chair is in motion will also bring the chair to a halt This latter method is not recommended as the stopping action is very abrupt Sharp turns Full soeed turns should not be attempted If you need to turn sharply you must reduce your speed with the joystick or speed setting This is particularly important when travelling across or down a slope Disregarding this advice could lead to your wheelchair tipping over Batteries Your wheelchair is supplied as standard from Sunrise Medical with maintenance free batteries These only require regular charging Do not under any circumstances tamper with the batteries If in any doubt contact your local service agent Do not connect the battery charger to the mains supply until after you ha
20. form is encluded in the Sunrise Pack Please fill in the relevant details and return to us to register your entitlement THIS IN NO WAY AFFECTS YOUR STATUTORY RIGHTS Warranty conditions 1 The repair or replacement will be carried out by an b The Wheelchair or part having been damaged 8 Under normal circumstances no responsibility will be accepted where the Wheelchair has required repair or replacement as a direct result of a The Wheelchair or part not having been maintained in accordance with the manufacturer s recommendations where such exist or failing to use only the specified original equipment parts authorised Sunrise Medical dealer service agent N To apply the warranty conditions should your Wheelchair require attention under these arrangements notify the designated Sunrise Medical service agent immediately giving full information about the nature of the difficulty Should you be operating the Wheelchair away from the locality of the designated Sunrise Medical service agent work under the Warranty Conditions will be carried out by any other service agent designated by the manufacturer Should any part of the Wheelchair require repair or replacement as a result of a specific manufacturing or material defect within twelve months from the date on which the possession of the Wheelchair was transferred to the original purchaser and subject to it remaining within that ownership the part or parts
21. he basket to clear the retaining hooks and pull it out so that the battery box can be removed Disconnect the power plug from the control box panel and remove the battery box Fig 37 To remove the basket completely follow the above steps but slide the basket over the retaining bars allowing the basket side channels to clear the end of the support rails Lift and withdraw the basket To replace the battery box and or basket reverse the above procedure QUICKIE Power Retaining plug hooks Rear Battery facing box handle Fig 36 Basket Support 7Samp cutout 15amp Power Charging cutout socket socket Fig 37 Batteries split boxes The batteries are contained within two battery boxes which are housed in a removable wire basket sited below the wheelchair seat Fig 38 The battery boxes consist of a controlbox with a control panel within a tall lid containing the power socket a three pin charging socket and two cutout switches of 15 and 70 amp The boxes are connected by a tandem connector wired from each box lid To remove the boxes lift the basket with the rear facing handle so releasing the basket from retaining the hooks this enables the basket to slide out sufficiently to allow the removal of the battery boxes Disconnect the power plug from the control box and the tandem connectors The battery boxes can now be lifted out Fig 39 To remove the basket completely slide it over the ret
22. ide the electrical power socket si S ait O A i li Power The 15amp controls the charging N circuit and the 70 amp the battery power circuit In the event of an electrical fault the cutout button will extend out isolating the circuit Depress button after a short period to resume Protection for your motors is integrated within the programme control box and will decrease the power automatically This operates plug AN pawe a in extreme conditions repetitive AP socket steep hill climbing in high ambient temperatures Contact your Sunrise Medical dealer if faults re occur Cutouts Control Fig 12 QUICKIE Using your wheelchair This is a mechanism which enables the drive to be disconnected in the event of battery or other failure Turn drive levers away from the wheels to disengage the drive from the motors Use only in an emergency or if your wheelchair needs to be moved manually To engage drive rotate the levers on the rear of the gearboxes towards drive wheels Engage drive before parking your powerchair Fig 13 It is not intended for permanent use Drive levers REMEMBER Shown disengaged The chairs automatic braking system will not work unless the Fig 13 handles on both gearboxes are engaged ALWAYS RE ENGAGE THE EMERGENCY FREEWHEELS AFTER USE 13 QUICKIE issue 6 Operating the control joystick When engaging the main on off switch allow a few seconds prior to moving the joystick
23. imited mobility up to the weight of 118kg who has the cognitive physical and visual ability to control the vehicle safely If you are in any doubt as to the suitability of the powerchair contact your local Sunrise approved dealer for clarification prior to commencing use Some of the options shown in this manual may not be available in your country For further information please consult your Sunrise supplier 3 QUICKIE issue 6 Safety warnings Safety is very important with any vehicle that is power driven Here are some helpful tips to safeguard your use General Always ensure that your wheelchair is switched off before attempting to mount or dismount Always ensure that you are able to operate all controls from a comfortable position Paying attention to your posture is essential to ensure your continued comfort and well being Always make sure that you can be seen clearly especially if you intend using your wheelchair in poor light Kerbs Never descend a kerb forwards Please read carefully the section on kerb climbing in this manual before attempting to mount and dismount any kerbs in your wheelchair Do not attempt to climb or dismount a series of steps It is unsafe to do so and could cause personal injury or damage the chair The F40 has only been designed to climb a single step or kerb Routine service Like most things in life a little care and attention goes a long way and your chair is no exc
24. in period of time To reactivate it turn off the system and then turn it on again If the fault indicator flashes rapidly this indicates that there is a fault Turn off the system Check the state of the batteries and the connections and turn on the system again If the flashing continues the number of bars flashing will indicate the location of the fault If the number of bars on is 1 The batteries need charging or are badly connected If the number of bars on is 2 The left motor is improperly connected If the number of bars on is 3 Electrical fault in the left motor If the number of bars on is 4 The right motor is improperly QUICKIE s connected f the number of bars on is 5 Electrical fault in the right motor f the number of bars on is 6 The battery charger is plugged in lf the number of bars on is 7 Fault in the control f the number of bars on is 8 Fault in the control system Make sure the control system connections are secure If the number of bars on is 9 Fault in the electro magnetic brake If the number of bars on is 10 Excess voltage To operate the lights and indicators press the relevant switch for the on and off operation To operate the actuators press the actuator button in front of the joystick A left or right movement of the joystick selects the tilt or back actuator A LED will indicate the option selected Moving the j
25. ise Medical only fit as standard maintenance free batteries into this type of wheelchair QUICKIE Maintenance free batteries This type of battery uses a method of carrying the electrolyte commonly referred to as gel that is held within the battery case As the name implies no maintenance is required other than regular charging You can safely transport this type of battery without fear of acid spilling Furthermore they are approved for transportation on aircraft Battery care Below is set out a battery care plan for maintenance free batteries This has been agreed between sunrise Medical and the battery manufacturers to enable you to get the best out of your batteries Ifa different care plan is followed this may result in lower than expected performance from your mobility vehicle Batteries and charging 9 The battery terminals need to be checked regularly for signs Only use an approved Sunrise Medical charger compatible with the vehicle to be charged Charge your batteries every night regardless of the amount of use your mobility device has had during the day Do not interrupt the charging cycle If your mobility device is not required for use it should remain connected to the charger until required This will not damage your batteries so long as the mains socket plug is left switched on Turning the mains socket plug off but leaving the mains cable plugged in will eventually deplete yo
26. me control box located on the side supporting the remote control pod Fig 2 7 QUICKIE issue 6 Preparing your wheelchair for use The control pod is mounted on a sliding arm that can be adjusted to alter the position of the pod For adjustment loosen the lowest stud using a 4 0 mm Allen key slide the arm to the required position and tighten the stud Fig 3 If a 90 degree or parallel swing away is fitted the control pod may be moved for desk access by pushing it to one side Fig 4 QUICKIE issue 6 8 Preparing your wheelchair for use Locating tube Infinitely adjustable Offer the footrest hanger assembly hanger to the chair as shown Fig 5 Frame Position the locating tube into the ii rame receiver and swing the hanger forward A to lock UN To swing away the footrest push N Somes fe the retaining catch on the hanger whilst turning the footrest outward Lift to remove The footrest can be adjusted for height To adjust slacken using the socket key the set screw in the adjustment collar and set extension tube to the required height Re tighten the screw to secure position To adjust the angle of the footplate Fig 6 loosen the two retaining screws 1 sufficiently to allow the footplate 2 to rotate use a 4mm Allen key Rotate the footplate to the desired angle and tighten the screws to 8 19Nm torque The footplate can also be moved forwards by removing the screws 1
27. necting the batteries QUICKIE issue 6 Charging socket Charging lead B SINGLE 1 Safety and caution notes The charger is designed for indoor use Do not use outdoors or expose to rain snow spray or moisture Use only with Sonnenschein dryfit Gel type batteries of the A200 A500 or A500C groups when employed in cyclic mode The charger may be used with other brands of Gel type batteries subject to written confirmation from the Technical Department of Sunrise Medical Do not smoke or create sparks or flames in the vicinity of the batteries Avoid standing the charger on carpets or rugs during use and do not cover the ventilation slots of the charger or allow objects to rest on the case Do not attempt to recharge other types of batteries such as car batteries non rechargeable batteries AGM sealed batteries wet electrolyte batteries or batteries of the wrong voltage Repairs should only be carried out by Sunrise Medical The charger is designed for mains input voltages of 220V AC to 240V AC for chargers to operate with 110V AC in countries such as USA or North America a different charger will be needed please consult local sunrise Medical Dealer 9 Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by sunrise Medical may result in a risk of fire electric shock or injury to persons To reduce the risk of damage to electric plug and cord pull by the plug rather than the cord when disconne
28. nge your vehicle in the future this will prove most helpful to you Your Service Agent will also benefit from a documented record and this manual should accompany the Wheelchair when service or repair work is carried out The Service Agent will complete this section and return the manual to you Address Colour Postcode Serial No YEAR On off switch Uperatio Dynamic braking Programmable ettind Condition Wear Pre r Bearing Wheel n Wiring D a lt k D A aa D s D D Dealer Stamp Dealer Stamp Date i Date Signed Dealer Stamp Dealer Stamp Date Date Signed 39 QUICKIE Issue 6 Maintenance chart F40 maintenance and rouitine inspection a g Ip Zo Y m Mm C a K L lt L GIN KR Electrolyte level check wet batteries only AFETY MUST BE OBSERVED Battery terminals inspection Clean vith petroleum jelly SA V Complete inspection safety check and service should be made by an authorised Sunrise Medical supplier PLEASE QUOTE THE FOLLOWING Model of chair Serial number of chair Left hand or right hand control Part number and description and quantity of items required State colour when ordering upholstery or frame parts AUN Ql QUICKIE Issue 6 40 Your new wheelchair is manufactured in the West Midlands by Sunrise Medical With over 30 years experience we are one of the longest esta
29. o allow them to cool prior to charging 2 Mobility batteries do not develop a memory from using a repetitive charge and discharge cycle This only applies to nickel cadmium batteries commonly found in products such as camcorders 3 Batteries when new do not require any special attention with regard to their charge and discharge cycle Following the relevant care plan is the best advice we can give QUICKIE Caution Please show the utmost consideration for the other traffic on the road Remember that the last thing a car or lorry driver expects to see is a wheel chair backing off the kerb into the road If in any doubt do not risk crossing the road until you are certain that it is safe Always cross the road as quickly as possible there may be other traffic Adverse conditions Please be aware that when driving your wheelchair in adverse conditions e g on wet grass mud ice snow or other slippery surfaces you may experience a reduction in the grip and traction of your wheelchair We recommend you take extra precautions in these conditions particularly on hills and slopes your wheelchair could become unstable or skid causing possible injury Extreme variances in temperature may trigger the self protect mechanism in the control system If this occurs the control system will temporarily shut down to prevent damage to the electronics or the chair QUICKIE Ramps When using a ramp please ensure
30. oystick forwards and backwards changes the angle of the seat option chosen QUICKIE By pressing the actuator button again you return into the drive mode Controller Warnings Ensure that you always have comfortable access to the controls whilst the chair is moving and make sure that the controller is fixed securely to the chair It is important that the joystick boot Is replaced if it is torn or brittle failing to do so could cause substance damage to the controller and unexpected movement of the chair Do not replace the joystick knob with any unauthorised item It may cause hazardous operation and loss of control of the chair Please ensure that the control system is switched off prior to cleaning Cleaning instructions Should the control of your wheelchair become soiled or dirty it can be wiped with a damp cloth with a dilute disinfectant until clean This is important should the wheelchair be used by more than one person to ensure there is no cross infection I Control system to be switched off prior to cleaning Programming port Hand Control The programming port is placed in the bottom front of the pod No hand control The programming VR2 port can be any unused bus socket on any of the modules If no free bus socket is available bus splitters are available through SUNRISE MEDICAL This will enable an approved service agent to re programme your chair and also gain useful information wh
31. re can be checked with a standard motor vehicle pressure gauge Do not inflate beyond the maximum tyre pressure INFLATE THE TYRES USING A GARAGE FORECOURT AIRLINE EV ALWAYS USE THE PUMP S PROVIDED QUICKIE Electrical connections When inspecting electrical connections pay attention to the battery connections the connection of batteries to power loom and plug in sockets for the joystick control box and lights and indicators Tyre wear When inspecting the tyres for signs of wear look for significant scuff marks cuts and a diminished tyre tread Tyres will need to be changed when the tread cannot be seen over the complete surface of the tyre Upholstery seating Tears dents wearing or slackening of upholstery particularly near to metal could result in poor posture or lower levels of comfort and pressure relief Authorised Sunrise Medical service agents The annual full service must be performed by an approved Sunrise Medical Service Agent For a list of approved service agents in your area please contact Sunrise Medical on this telephone number 01384 44 66 66 Storage When storing your powerchair for long periods of time in excess of one week first fully charge and then disconnect the batteries to minimise battery discharge Service history This section is designed to assist you in keeping a record of any service and repairs to your Wheelchair Should you decide to sell or excha
32. ter prolonged use the motors will produce heat which is radiated through the motor s outer casing Do not touch the motor s outer casing for at least 30 minutes after using the wheelchair to allow it to cool QUICKIE Wheelchair range The range of your wheelchair can be affected by many factors such as user weight terrain ambient temperature and battery condition The stated range in the sales literature should be seen as the theoretical maximum and may not be attained by every user We recommend that every user initially limit their journey to half the stated range until they have confidence in the actual range their wheelchair can attain If your battery indicator is showing a low charge then do not attempt a long journey unless you are confident in reaching your destination and also returning to your home without the risk of being left stranded Use ona slope Your wheelchair has been designed and tested to allow its use on slopes or gradients of up to 1 in 4 25 However if you have the option of adjusting the angle of seating with either tilt seat or recline back then in certain circumstances your wheelchair could become unstable Before attempting to climb or descend a slope we strongly recommend that you return the seat and back to an upright position QUICKIE Use on a slope continued Failure to do this may cause the wheelchair to become unstable f you are in any doubt about the capabili
33. that is capable of taking the combined weight of the powerchair and yourself If a ramp is being used to load a chair into a vehicle please ensure the ramp is properly secured to the vehicle Always approach the ramp head on and exercise caution Fig 45 Fig 43 User tips sunrise Medical recommend that you consult your healthcare professional for assistance in developing your personal front or side transfer technique to best suit your needs and avoid any personal injury Fig 44 and 45 QUICKIE issue 6 When going uphill keep the chair moving Keep the joystick pushed well forward and steer by moving it from side to side If you have stopped on a hill then you should start slowly and if necessary lean forward to obviate the tendency for the front wheels to lift Fig 46 On descents it is important not to let the wheelchair accelerate beyond its normal level of ground speed In fact it is safer to proceed slowly down steep descents and stop immediately if any anxiety arises regarding directional control If the chair picks up speed centre the control to slow it or to stop all forward movement then restart slowly and do not allow the speed to increase The solid state controller has the benefit of a logic system that will help compensate when driving along a camber or up a hill This is an added safety feature on your wheelchair In addition of course you may control the wheelchair speed by using
34. the 13A mains plug is properly mated with the mains outlet socket and that the mains supply is switched on If the lamp remains off consult Sunrise Medical or your local Sunrise Medical dealer Check that the charger connections are correct and that the plugs are fully mated in the sockets If the lamp remains illuminated it is possible there is a fault in the battery consult Sunrise Medical or your local Sunrise Medical dealer The battery voltage is too low try again after approximately 30 minutes If the lamp continues to blink consult Sunrise Medical or your local Sunrise Medical dealer QUICKIE issue 6 Batteries and charging The wheelchair can be charged by connecting the battery charger to the charging socket in the split battery box lid A Fig 41 or B for the single battery box Fig 41 2 Connect the charger to the mains supply by means of the mains plug switch on The green On light will illuminate Fig 42 3 The amber charging light will start to flash as charging commences When the amber light is steady charging is complete If not needed for immediate use the charger can remain connected amp switched on for extended periods Fig 42 4 Do not leave the charger connected to the battery with the mains disconnected or switched off This could result in damage to your battery being caused by deep discharge over a period of time 5 Always switch off at the mains before discon
35. ties of wheelchair on a slope then do not attempt to drive up or down the slope try to find an alternative route Mobile telephones and two way radios When operating cordless or mobile telephones two way radios walkie talkies C B Amateur Radio or other transmitting devices the following must be noted Mobile telephones or two way radio devices must not be used while operating the vehicle Use of mobile phones or two way radios can cause excessively strong electromagnetic fields This may interfere with the vehicle s electronic systems If mobile phones or two way radios are required to be used the vehicle must be brought to a halt and the power turned off before any such device is switched on or used Preparing your wheelchair for use To fit the armrest skirt guard assembly ensure that locking pinA is in the unlocked position shown Fig 1 Lower the armrest into the Support cups and press down to ensure a firm location Release the locking pin lever to lock position To adjust the height of the armrest pull back the lever of locking pin B and hold Lift or lower armrest to the required position and release pin to lock position Check armrest has seated properly Locking pinA Skirt guard Armrest Support clip Locking pin B To connect power to the remote Remote AGI j cont control pod take the cable plug es from the pod and insert the plug into the socket in the program
36. ttransfer o Kerb climber being located If you find that the kerb climber e di is obstructing your exit or eniry into the wheelchair you can swing the Kerb climber back into the reverse position Follow the fitting instructions above but rotate the climber through 90 backwards Fig 19 The kerb climber must be returned to its operating position prior to climbing kerbs 1 Approach the kerb head on driving forwards slowly and steadily Fig 20 2 As the kerb climber makes contact with the kerb the wheelchair should be moving slowly Small kerbs can be climbed from a standstill 3 Apply sufficient power to the motors to lift the front of the chair up onto the kerb and then apply slightly more power and speed so that the drive wheels climb the kerb smoothly and without hesitation As far as possible keep the joystick in the straight forward position QUICKIE issue 6 16 Dismounting the kerb 1 Reverse the chair slowly and carefully until the rear wheels are on the edge of the kerb Fig 21 2 Reverse as slowly as possible off the kerb with the rear wheels You will feel more secure if you can lean forward but if you cant don t worry the wheelchair is extremely stable as long as you stay within its limitation 3 The front of the chair will naturally follow down the kerb as you continue to drive slowly backwards Caution 1 Please show the utmost consideration for the other traffic on the road Remember
37. unrise approved dealer for clarification prior to commencing use It is very important to read the relevant section of the owners manual when making any adjustments If you have any queries about the use maintenance or safety of your wheelchair please contact your local approved Sunrise Medical service agent If you do not know of an approved dealer in your area or have any other questions please write or telephone SUNRISE MEDICAL LIMITED HIGH STREET WOLLASTON WEST MIDLANDS DY8 4PS ENGLAND Telephone 01384 446688 FAX 01384 446699 International Telephone 44 1384 446688 FAX 44 1384 446699 www sunrisemedical com Sunrise Medical is ISO 9001 certified which ensures quality at all stages of the development and production of this wheelchair This product is manufactured to comply with the radio interference requirements of EEC directive C 89 336 EEC and Medical Device Directive 93 42 EEC Sunrise is dedicated to providing products of exacting guality which conform fully and reliably to the requirements of their intended use Sunrise is accredited to B S EN ISO 9001 which is the internationally recognized standard for quality management systems This approval ensures we provide quality in all areas of our business from development through to final delivery 1 QUICKIE issue 6 Guarantee The above warranty conditions apply to all wheelchair parts for models purchased at full retail price Your guarantee The guarantee
38. ur battery charge f you leave your vehicle for an extended period more than 5 days disconnect the main battery lead Failure to allow for recharge will damage the batteries and can lead to shortened distances and premature failure Do not top up the charge of your batteries during the day Wait until the evening for a full overnight charge As a general rule maintenance free batteries take longer to fully charge than lead acid batteries of corrosion If any corrosion is apparent then clean the terminals completely a wire brush is ideal and re grease the terminal using Vaseline petroleum jelly not ordinary grease Ensure that the terminal nut and bolt cable clip and exposed cable are completely covered with jelly 10 Following all the points above should result in a healthier battery greater range for the vehicle user and a longer life for your batteries QUICKIE issue 6 General The external charger Fig 40 has been designed to charge two 12 volt Sonnenschien Dryfit Gel type batteries Safety features 24V 5A Off board Charger The chargers have features which prevent hazards or accidents Fig 40 occurring as a result of connecting batteries the wrong way round overheating caused by fault conditions or attempting to charge wrong voltage batteries The majority of charger sizes are electrically double insulated and no earth connection is required Some larger sizes may be electrically
39. ve connected the charger to the wheelchair Before charging please read the relevant section in this manual Take care with battery acid which is very dangerous It can cause burns to the skin as well as damage to floors furniture and your wheelchair If it comes into contact with the skin or clothing wash immediately with soap and water If it comes into contact with the eye immediately flood the eye with running cold water for at least 10 minutes and seek medical attention immediately Acid can be neutralised with baking soda and water Take care to keep batteries upright at all times especially when transporting your wheelchair Note Before using your vehicle for the very first time please charge the batteries for a period of 24 hours Tyres Your wheelchair tyres can wear depending on use Check them regularly in accordance with the service instructions in this manual especially the pressure of the tyres NEVER inflate the tyres using a garage forecourt airline Always use the pump provided Cleaning seating This is important should the wheelchair be used by more than one person to ensure there is no cross infection Cleaning controls Should the control of your wheelchair become soiled or dirty it can be wiped with a damp cloth with a dilute disinfectant until clean This is important should the wheelchair be used by more than one person to ensure there is no cross infection Wheelchair motors Af
40. y It could spark or short circuit the battery or other electrical parts that may cause an explosion Also take off all personal metal effects and dangling objects when working on the battery QUICKIE Never Charge a frozen battery A fully charged battery will rarely freeze but the electrolyte of a discharged battery can freeze at 16 Fahrenheit 9 centigrade any battery that is suspected of being frozen should be thawed completely before charging Note When buying replacement batteries always consult your Sunrise Medical service agent Note Before using your vehicle for the very first time please charge the batteries for a period of 24 hours Battery warranty Battery warranties are subject to periods set by the manufacturers however most of these warranties are subject to a wear and tear clause and if you genuinely wear out your batteries in 6 months it will not be possible to obtain a replacement under warranty The range of your vehicle Most manufacturers of mobility products state the range of their vehicles either in the Sales literature or within the Owners Manual The range stated sometimes differs from manufacturer to manufacturer even though the battery size is the same Sunrise Medical measure the range of their vehicles in a consistent and uniform manner but variances still occur due to motor efficiencies and overall product load weight The range figures are calculated to 1 5 0 St
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